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Blackberry Lemonade

Luscious Blackberry Lemonade for Ultimate Summer Refreshment

Enjoy a refreshing homemade Blackberry Lemonade, perfect for summer gatherings with its delightful blend of juicy blackberries and zesty lemon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Syrup
  • 1 cup Blackberries Fresh fruit provides natural sweetness and stunning color.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 1 cup Water Using distilled or filtered water is recommended.
For the Lemonade
  • 1 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for the best flavor.
  • 4 cups Cold Water
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional for added depth.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • fine mesh sieve
  • Large Pitcher
  • Juicer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Blackberry Lemonade
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, and water. Heat over medium-high, stirring and mashing until simmering, about 10 minutes. Strain and cool.
  2. Juice the lemons to get about 1 cup of lemon juice. Combine with cold water in a large pitcher.
  3. Once syrup has cooled, add to the pitcher, stirring to mix well. Adjust sweetness with more syrup if desired.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Serve over ice, garnished with mint or blackberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use ripe, fresh blackberries for best flavor and avoid bottled lemon juice for optimal taste. Store leftovers for freshness.

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